Pohlad staying out of Mauer negotiations
February 8, 2010
MINNEAPOLIS (AP)—Minnesota Twins owner Jim Pohlad says he’s staying out ofcontract negotiations with catcher Joe Mauer(notes).
Pohlad declined Monday to discuss specifics or confirm the team is talkingabout a long-term extension for the American League MVP. Pohlad said the Twinssimply want to have Mauer in uniform.
First baseman Justin Morneau’s(notes) six-year contract is the longest in teamhistory. Pohlad says he doesn’t see six as a “magic number” for length of adeal, when asked about his potential willingness to approve a longer contractfor Mauer.
Pohlad met with local reporters in a Target Field conference roomoverlooking the new ballpark that will open in April.
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